My parents, especially my mother, were abusive throughout my childhood physically, verbally and emotionally. I lived in fear from the time I was 5 years old. I worked hard, stayed out of trouble and ...

Dear Boy Momma: You sound like a warm, openhearted woman, which makes this kind of tension with your daughter-in-law ...

Dear Annie: My son got married about eight months ago, and while I truly do love his new wife, I admit I’m scratching my head ...

Every year, I host Thanksgiving for my family, and every year I start out with the same hopeful thought: “This time will be ...

Dear Missing the Mayhem: I get it. When the kids leave, the quiet can feel overwhelming. For years, your whole life ran on ...

I know this is supposed to be a normal part of life, but it feels anything but normal to me. How do I fill the space that motherhood used to take up?

She expects me to apologize for “cheap gifts” and for not being more present for her milestones when I’ve been working.

Dear Annie: My friend “Caleb” and I have been close for six years. We met in college, stayed in touch and still talk almost ...

Dear Bride: For whatever reason, weddings are a difficult subject for Lila. If she won’t tell you what that reason is — even ...

Dear Annie: I am an 81-year-old widower. My deceased wife and I weren’t into the wedding ring thing when we got married.

My 12-year-old son has always loved playing soccer. He is not the most talented kid on the field, but he works hard, listens to feedback and truly enjoys being part of a team. Unfortunately, his new ...